Gift to Myself
I'd been looking for a pair of earrings like these for a while. I have a two pairs of larger hoops similar to these which I've had for years. These "Thai Flair" are perfect for 24/7 wear; I usually only remove earrings every few months. One reviewer commented that these were difficult to insert on thick lobes, but as I have small, thin lobes, these are perfect.
My new go-to earrings
These are beautiful! The kingfishers are exquisitely detailed, and the earrings are the perfect size -- not too big, not too small, not too heavy, although they're heavier than other half hoops. One of the things I look for in earrings is a post or wire that's sturdy and secure but not difficult to get in. These fit the bill (sorry for the bad pun). These look great with my jeans and T-shirts, but they'd look just as good with dressier outfits.